US avocado imports dip for the holidays, but the season still bears fruit
Avocado imports into the United States declined during the last week of 2025 as holiday schedules slowed harvest and most industry movements, Avobook notes in its first report of 2026. However, overall volumes remain well ahead of last season, underscoring a strong finish for the past cycle.
In the final week of 2025, the US market recorded approximately 1,200 shipments, down 22 percent from the previous week. Despite the slowdown, shipments increased 34 percent year-on-year.
Mexico continued to dominate supply, accounting for 98 percent of the total volume, while other origins, such as Colombia, held only marginal shares. Mexican exports closed the season with a 15 percent uptick, marking a record for the opening months of 2026.
Global avocado imports show mixed signals
Europe is ringing in the new year with 514 avocado shipments, a similar number to last year’s, representing a 13 percent drop from the previous week.
The main change came from the origin mix rather than total volumes. Israel and Colombia led shipments into the region, followed by Chile and Spain.
Prices showed mixed movement as well, with stability in larger sizes and notable rebounds in smaller ones. The report projects greater availability through January.
China also opened the year with lighter volume. Week 1 arrivals reached 21 shipments, all from Chile. This is down 32 percent week-on-week, and well below 2025 levels.
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